Description
Hawaiian macaroni salad is a tropical sensation that brings together creamy elbow macaroni, sweet pineapple, and crunchy vegetables in a delightful mayonnaise dressing. This vibrant dish is perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, and BBQs, where it effortlessly complements grilled meats. Easy to prepare and irresistibly tasty, Hawaiian macaroni salad is sure to become a staple at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sweet relish
- 1 cup diced pineapple (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup grated carrots
- ½ cup sliced green onions
- ½ cup diced celery
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sweet relish, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine the cooled pasta with diced pineapple, grated carrots, sliced green onions, and diced celery into the dressing. Gently fold until well coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld together.
- Before serving, adjust seasoning if necessary and garnish with additional green onions or toasted coconut flakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing/Chilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (130g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg